Archaeological sites · Central Scotland
Dun Chuain, dun site
In or near Ardrishaig.
Dun Chuain, dun site — a archaeological in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
Elliott Simpson — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Dun Chuain, dun site is a archaeological located in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Kilmartin Glen features prehistoric rock art, with carvings dating back around 5,000 years. Visitors can explore three separate rocky outcrops showcasing unique markings, accessible via a wooded path.
Place summary
Dun Chuain is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Highlands. It features the remains of a fortification, indicative of ancient settlement patterns in the region. The site provides insights into the area's historical significance and early defensive architecture.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 56.0630, -5.4687
- District
- Argyll and Bute
- Postcode
- PA31 8BA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber
- Opening
- Open all year round
- Official site
- www.historicenvironment.scot
Sources
- osm: node/12912386002 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Dun Chuain, dun site?
- Dun Chuain, dun site is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode PA31 8BA).
- What is Dun Chuain, dun site?
- Dun Chuain, dun site — a archaeological in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Dun Chuain, dun site?
- Drivers can use postcode PA31 8BA.
- Is Dun Chuain, dun site free to visit?
- Yes, Dun Chuain, dun site is free to enter.
- How do I get to Dun Chuain, dun site?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode PA31 8BA. It sits within the Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber parliamentary constituency.